Posted by alexandra_k on October 7, 2006, at 2:11:59
In reply to Re: Oprah show on Suicide *trigger* » alexandra_k, posted by Racer on October 7, 2006, at 1:49:19
> Maybe she didn't mean it, but couldn't figure out how to de-escalate?
Most likely.
> I'm not sure what the best solution is, when someone is suicidal.
I think it depends on the case. I think there are some cases where people have made a well considered decision and I'm not against suicide in all cases. I do think that the majority of times when people are contemplating suicide, however, is when they are having trouble finding another way to cope.
> But scare tactics won't work for someone who is genuinely suicidal, as opposed to someone who's looking for attention.
How will scare tactics work for someone who is looking for attention?
Do you think it is possible that someone could be serious about suicide, yet where positive attention is what they need to help them cope?
Maybe that is what went on in the case you mentioned...
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